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Platelet Rich Plasma for Musculoskeletal Conditions
Sponsor: University of Utah
Summary
The primary purpose of this study is to follow patients with various musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions over a one-year follow-up period after receiving a platelet rich plasma (PRP) injection, assessing changes in their pain levels, functional abilities, and overall patient satisfaction. This will develop a robust registry of patients treated with PRP for a range of MSK conditions. These conditions include, but are not limited to, osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, hip, glenohumeral joint, elbow, ankle, and sacroiliac joint, as well as rotator cuff tendinopathy, lateral and medial epicondylitis, plantar fasciitis, patellar tendinopathy, Achilles tendinopathy, and proximal hamstring tendinopathy.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
10000
Start Date
2025-12-29
Completion Date
2035-01-01
Last Updated
2026-03-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Platelet Rich Plasma Injection
Participants who are eligible and provide consent to participate will undergo a Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injection. Their blood will be analyzed using a cell counter, and they will be asked to complete follow-up surveys at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months.
Platelet Rich Plasma Preparation
The patient's blood is collected into syringes. That blood is spun in a centrifuge at high speeds, which separates their blood into layers (red blood cells, white blood cells, and plasma). The plasma portion, which contains the platelets, is transferred to a different syringe for later injection. In some cases, the plasma is spun in the centrifuge again (a "double spin" technique) to further concentrate the platelets in the plasma. The patient's blood is not exposed to air, and it is transferred by tubing between syringes with a Luer Lock connection.
Locations (1)
University of Utah Orthoaedic Center
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States